Scholarships

Annual Fund Scholarships

Established in 2006, the Annual Fund empowers motivated students by providing essential support beyond tuition—enhancing their education, professional development, and personal growth. Your generosity will:

• Provide crucial scholarships to help students complete their degrees.
• Fund stipends for books, materials, food, transportation, certification fees, graduation costs, and more.
• Enable transformative experiences like study-abroad programs, internships, and global conferences.

Special Scholarships

Dr. José F. Méndez González Memorial Scholarship Fund
Founded in 2024 by President José Méndez Méndez, this scholarship honors his father’s legacy of education and community service. It supports economically challenged students (first through fourth-year) in all academic fields at UAGM.

Your gift will help fund:

• Meals, transportation, and lab fees.
• International student internships, expanding global perspectives.

 Donor recognition is available for gifts of $10,000 and above.

Culinary Excellence Scholarships

Chef Augusto Schreiner Permanent Scholarship Fund

A tribute to a lifetime dedicated to the culinary arts, this scholarship—funded by UAGM’s bi-annual culinary event—supports students in the José A. Tony Santana School of Hospitality.

Chef Juan José Cuevas Permanent Scholarship Fund

Inspired by Puerto Rican native Chef Juan José Cuevas and his commitment to local ingredients, this scholarship also benefits students in the José A. Tony Santana School of Hospitality, helping them excel in the culinary industry.

Permanent Scholarship Fund

Established in 1994 by President Emeritus Dr. José F. Méndez, the Permanent Scholarship Fund is a crucial resource designed to meet the increasing financial needs of talented undergraduate students and working professionals seeking assistance to fulfill their academic aspirations.

• A $30,000+ donation, payable over five years, remains permanent, with only interest used for scholarships.
• Scholarships can be established in any Universidad Ana G. Méndez discipline.
• Corporate donors may name scholarships after their company or an associate.
• Individual donors can honor a loved one.
• Donors receive annual updates and financial reports.
• Donors may participate in the process of selecting scholars.

Recipients who maintain a 3.50 + GPA receive support from their second year until graduation.  Scholarship recipients have the unique opportunity to participate in internships with their donors, gaining valuable insights into their respective industries. They also attend monthly workshops with the Office of Scholarships and Internships aimed at enhancing their career readiness and are required to complete 20 hours of community service.

Donors to the Permanent Scholarship Fund play a vital role in empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators at Ana G. Méndez University.